Why more Americans are turning to co-buying to afford a home
More buyers are teaming up with friends or relatives to split the down payment, mortgage and other homeownership costs, making it easier to buy in today’s affordability-challenged market.

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More buyers are teaming up with friends or relatives to split the down payment, mortgage and other homeownership costs, making it easier to buy in today’s affordability-challenged market.
Foreclosed homes sold for a median 27.2% below their estimated value, giving cost-conscious buyers another option as listings reached a six-year high, Realtor.com reported. Economists said the increase reflects a return to more normal market conditions, not a housing crisis.
Sellers can attract more buyer attention by highlighting a home’s unique features, keeping descriptions clear and honest, and showcasing the surrounding community.
A new FICO survey found that 74% of prospective homebuyers said financial barriers kept them from purchasing a home this year, with high prices and interest rates topping the list. The share rose to 85% among first-time buyers, while nearly 6 in 10 Americans said they do not fully understand the homebuying process.
As real estate teams expand, clearer systems, stronger accountability and more intentional leadership are helping them manage growth without losing consistency.
Artificial intelligence and home automation are reshaping how homes function, from keyless entry and smarter kitchens to lighting, climate control, sleep tracking and bathroom health features that respond more directly to daily routines.
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What a phenomenal ONE LOVE night! The West Pasco Hernando REALTORS® Business Partners welcomed REALTOR members and took over Hudson Grill on Thursday for a night filled with high-energy networking, great conversation, and endless laughter.
Cheers to the fantastic Business Partners who sponsored this event and made our very first mixer an unforgettable success! 🥂✨
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Earlier this month we welcomed new REALTOR members at the Brooksville office. Thank you to Treasurer Silvia Dukes for facilitating this Orientation, Dan Scott and Sam Gomes from the Property Appraisers office for educating our new members on using their website and to President Catherine "Cookie" Miller for administering the oath. We appreciate our Business Partner sponsors: Reighard Law & Title and Foster's Roofing for providing delicious breakfast refreshments and lunch. Congratulations and welcome to the REALTOR family and we wish you much success. ... See MoreSee Less





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✅ Deadline to register or change your party: July 20, 2026
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